Behaviour Specialist

AMA Admin; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible days and hours

APSCo Compliance+ accreditation

5+ CPD courses before placement

Free PSHE lesson plans and resources

Educator wellbeing resources

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting a Behaviour Specialist for a dynamic SEMH setting in South Liverpool. This full-time role supports pupils with complex behavioural needs and requires resilience, initiative and a deep commitment to helping young people re-engage with learning.

You will join an inclusive, modern and supportive school prioritising wellbeing and community, offering flexible days, APSCo-compliance and staff development opportunities to help you thrive from day one.

Qualifications

• Experience in PRUs, SEMH schools, or youth work settings.
• Confidence managing behaviour and promoting emotional regulation.
• A proactive, solution-focused mindset and strong team ethic.
• Ability to stay calm, consistent, and compassionate in high-pressure situations.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with SEMH needs, trauma, and challenging behaviours
• Leading de-escalation, regulation, and restorative strategies
• Working closely with teaching staff to create a safe, structured environment
• Building trust and consistency through clear boundaries and positive relationships

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Emotional regulation

Calm under pressure

Job description

Behaviour Specialist

A dynamic SEMH setting in South Liverpoolis seeking a Behaviour Specialist to supportpupils with complex behavioural needs. This full-time role demands resilience, initiative, and a deep commitment to helping young people re-engage with learning.

You’ll be joining an inclusive/modern/supportive school, focused on inclusion, wellbeing and community.

This is a great opportunity for a new or experienced educator to become a familiar face in a school where staffing, culture and community go hand in hand.

You’ll be joining a supportive, inclusive school that puts wellbeing and community at the centre of everything they do. It’s a good fit for someone who wants to become a familiar face in a school that values consistency.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils with SEMH needs, trauma, and challenging behaviours
• Leading de-escalation, regulation, and restorative strategies
• Working closely with teaching staff to create a safe, structured environment
• Building trust and consistency through clear boundaries and positive relationships

Requirements or Skills:

• Experience in PRUs, SEMH schools, or youth work settings
• Confidence managing behaviour and promoting emotional regulation
• A proactive, solution-focused mindset and strong team ethic
• Ability to stay calm, consistent, and compassionate in high-pressure situations

Benefits:

• Competitive rates of pay with temp-to-perm routes available.
• Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance - APSCo Compliance+ accredited for the highest safer recruitment standards.
• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.
• Culture-matched placements - we take the time to understand you and find schools that fit your values and strengths.
• Priority Partnership school network - access to trusted schools who work with us long-term on staffing, enrichment and community initiatives.
• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement (including Safeguarding, SEND & Behaviour) with access to further accredited training through Milk Academy.
• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers.
• FREE Educator Wellbeing resources and access to our community hub - because we believe supported staff stay longer and make a bigger impact.
• School Preparation Pack with handover notes and insightful school guides - so you walk in ready on day one.
• 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone to ensure your journey is personal.

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.

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